My flight to London and the hotel room are booked. Francine has confirmed she can stay in my apartment for a week. I’ll pay double her normal fee as thanks for her trouble. She insisted I didn’t have to, but she’s going the extra mile at the last minute, and there’s no one I trust more to care for my girls.
MThere’s only one detail left to arrange. I almost buzz Beth, then think better of it and dial Presley’s desk phone myself.
“This is Presley Harper, Operations Department. How can I help you?” she says.
“It’s Dominic. Can you stop by my office for a moment?”
“Oh! Hi, Dominic. Um . . .” In the background is some brief rustling and the sound of keys tapping. “Yes, I’ll be right there.”
I lean back in my chair and try to relax. It isn’t long before I hear a knock. I don’t get up, only
